1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Maserati Bora.
Because 1975 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Bora | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Bora | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2779 mm |
